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Swan 48 2 Frers
Designer: German Frers  ·  Builder: Nautor  ·  First built: 1995
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About the Swan 48 2 Frers

Crafted by the renowned Finnish shipyard Nautor's Swan, the Swan 48 2 Frers represents a compelling chapter in the Swan legacy — a lineage celebrated for blending high-performance sailing with exceptional build quality and offshore capability. Designed by German Frers, one of the most respected names in yacht design, this boat carries the hallmarks of a thoroughbred that performs equally well racing hard offshore as it does on a more leisurely coastal passage. Swan yachts have long been coveted by serious sailors who refuse to compromise between speed and comfort, and the 48 2 Frers continues that tradition. German Frers' design philosophy typically emphasizes balanced hull forms, responsive handling, and seakeeping ability that inspires confidence in challenging conditions — qualities that make this boat well suited for bluewater passages and offshore racing campaigns alike. For a prospective buyer, the Swan name alone signals a strong resale market, meticulous construction standards, and an active owner community through the Swan Owners' Association. Whether your ambitions lean toward competitive racing or extended blue-water cruising, this is a yacht built to reward skilled, passionate sailors.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 49.51 ft / 15.09 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 41.01 ft / 12.50 m
Beam 14.17 ft / 4.32 m
Max Draft 7.81 ft / 2.38 m
Displacement 31,500.00 lb / 14,288 kg
Ballast 12,100.00 lb / 5,488 kg
Ballast Type Lead
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin Keel w/bulb
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer German Frers
Builder Nautor
First Built 1995
Last Built 2002
Number Built 57
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Performance Ratios
Ballast/Displacement Ballast to Displacement ratio shows what percentage of the boat's total weight is ballast. Higher values generally mean better initial stability and stiffer sail carrying.
30–35% — Typical cruiser35–45% — Stiff performance boatOver 45% — Racing oriented
38.41
Displacement/Length Displacement to Length ratio measures how heavy a boat is relative to its waterline length. Lower values mean a lighter, faster boat.
Under 100 — Ultralight racer100–200 — Light cruiser/racer200–300 — Moderate cruiser300–400 — Heavy cruiserOver 400 — Very heavy
203.89
Pounds/Inch Immersion Pounds per Inch Immersion (PPI) tells you how much weight is needed to sink the boat one inch. Useful for calculating how additional gear and stores affect waterline. 12.45 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 18.40
J (Foretriangle Base) 18.21 ft / 5.55 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 1,142.00 ft² / 106.10 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) Volvo Penta
Engine & Accommodations
Horsepower 53
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